Choe's HapKiDo Karate Academy of Martial Arts and Kickboxing Flowery Branch

Things Flowery Branch Children Must Fight...

A lot of parents hear "martial arts" and think "physical violence".

That's not the case.

Yes, some people train for competition. But just because a child enrolls in Flowery Branch martial arts Classes doesn't mean he's going to be put in violent or dangerous situations.

As parents, we also have to realize that there are very real and important battles our children must fight every day.

I'm talking about things like...

-Low Self-Esteem.

-Inner conflict.

-Low self-discipline.

-A lack of direction.

The list goes on and on.

But these are very real battles. And they have very real consequences.

I'm not saying that martial arts is the only way to help Braselton kids deal with their "inner-self"...

I'm not even saying that it will work with every child.

But it CAN help.

And for the right child in the right circumstances, it can be life changing.

The entire core of martial arts training is about self-improvement...

And when I see a shy child start making friends in class, or a child with low self-worth start to realize that he's a unique and valuable person deserving of good things, that's the greatest feeling in the world. I know

I've done my job.

The only way to see if martial arts is something that your child can connect to and benefit from is to try it out.

To take a free lesson and see if martial arts is right for your child.

We're happy to any questions you may have, and we'll get you scheduled for a free lesson.

Sincerely,

Instructor Anthony and PattiAnn Rivera
Choe's HapKiDo Karate Academy of Martial Arts and Kickboxing in Flowery Branch and Braselton
7380 Spout Springs Rd
Flowery Branch, GA 30542
(770) 967-1700
www.braseltonmartialarts.com
www.ilovemartialartsgeorgia.com
www.choeshapkido.com
www.facebook.com/karateflowerybranchkickboxingbraselton

XBOX And Greasy Foods Threaten Children's Health...

I know that subject line is probably a bit of a shock, but hear me out for a second, because it's absolutely true. We have a serious issue on our hands in Flowery Branch Georgia!

Flowery Branch Residents, and western civilization as a whole, has a big problem.

Somewhere along the way it became "okay" to live off of greasy burgers and sugary corn syrup.

Somewhere along the way it became socially acceptable to sit around all day and get zero exercise.

We're starting to see the consequences... Obesity and heart problems are at all time highs.

But the really scary part is, we still don't know exactly how bad this could be for our kids.

When I was a kid, we didn't have fast food on every corner. A "quick" dinner usually meant leftovers, but healthy leftovers, not a grease burger with extra cheese.

And we didn't have an XBOX or a computer to sit around and burn up our free time. For us, having fun was getting outside and being active.

Don't get me wrong. I'm not a cranky old man. I just think we really need to think about how different the world is for kids in the Braselton area today.

When you combine an unhealthy diet with a lack of exercise, it's a recipe for disaster.

Physical fitness is a cornerstone of what we teach in martial arts.

The reality is, when you have a healthy body, you have a healthy mind. You just feel better about yourself.

We do two things to help kids here at Choe's HapKiDo Karate...

First, every time they come to class, they'll learn exercises that are both healthy and fun.

Second, we help them develop the discipline to exercise outside of training as well. This is a lesson that Flowery Branch children really need to learn at a young age, so when they're older and have the choice between getting a workout or just sitting around, they have the discipline to take care of themselves.

Physical conditioning and healthy living are just one of many things martial arts can teach children, but it's also one of the most important.

The easiest way to see if it's right for you and your child is to come by for a free lesson. Simply call 770-967-1700, we'll answer any questions you may have, and we'll get you scheduled for your free lesson.

It could be one of the healthiest decisions you've ever made for your child.

Sincerely,

P.S. You can also sign up online by going to www.BraseltonMartialArts.com.

Is Your Child A "Go Getter"?

I'd like to talk about some of the most critical character traits in life...

Those who learn to value these at a young age go on to accomplish amazing things.

And those who don't lead lives of mediocrity.

I'm talking about the seemingly intangible character traits that REALLY matter in life, things like...

Ambition.

Those with ambition are driven to accomplish great things. Those who are ambitious learn to take advantage of all of the opportunities life offers.

Self-Discipline.

Those who are disciplined are willing to make the right choices instead of the easy ones. They know that anything worth doing will require hard work.

Self-Confidence.

People with self-confidence know that they're capable of great things. They aren't afraid to face challenges head on. They believe in themselves and trust themselves to succeed no matter what obstacles are in the way.

These are all character traits of a healthy and successful person. All are vital to our well being.

But Flowery Branch Kids are not born with them.

And as important as they are, we have few opportunities in life to learn them.

This is stuff you can only learn through life experience...

Ambition comes after you've seen the good things that can come from hard work.

Self-discipline comes after you've seen that "doing the right thing" can pay off.

And confidence comes from overcoming challenges and knowing that you're capable of facing more challenges in the future.

There is no better arena to learn this stuff than martial arts.

But don't take my word for it.

Bring your child in for a free karate lesson. No obligation or pressure to join. It'll give you the opportunity to ask questions, and your child an opportunity to have an amazing experience.

Sincerely,

Choe's HapKiDo Karate Academy of Martial Arts and Kickboxing Flowery Branch - Braselton

Friday, March 29, 2013

Things Flowery Branch Children Must Fight...

XBOX And Greasy Foods Threaten Children's Health...

Is Your Child A "Go Getter"?

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